Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to adult patients in an outpatient opioid treatment program at Salem Comprehensive Treatment Center in Salem, Oregon. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, and as directed by the Nurse Supervisor in accordance with state licensure guidelines, the Nurse Practitioner evaluates and monitors patients as part of a healthcare team. The role may include prescribing medications as permitted by state regulations. The Nurse Practitioner conducts comprehensive evaluations, develops personalized treatment plans, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and optimize patient outcomes. The program provides counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Compensation is $90 per hour.
Requirements
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Licensed to practice in the state of Oregon.
- DEA license.
- No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner is preferred.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is preferred.
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards, such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide initial and annual history and physical evaluations, assess eligibility for treatment, and evaluate patients’ history of opioid dependence.
- Order appropriate laboratory studies, review laboratory results, and provide necessary education, referrals, and follow-up services to patients.
- Monitor treatment plans for high-risk patients.
- Prescribe medication for substance abuse treatment according to patient needs and as permitted by state regulation.
- Consult and collaborate with the Medical Director to plan and implement care according to Nurse Practitioner Guidelines.
- Report and document significant patient issues and adverse events.
- Communicate pertinent information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with the Nurse Supervisor to optimize quality and efficiency.
- Ensure the program and employees’ transactions and activities comply with applicable laws and clinic legal compliance program policies and standards of conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
